Naya Sirkot - Bhanoli, Almora
Naya Sirkot is a village situated in the Bhanoli tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanoli and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Nayashirkot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naya Sirkot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naya Sirkot is 053675. The village covers a total geographical area of 108.65 hectares and falls under the 263622 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 51 km away.
Naya Sirkot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Naya Sirkot
As per Census 2011, Naya Sirkot village has a total population of 280 people, consisting of 143 males and 137 females. The village has 46 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 44 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 171 literate and 109 illiterate residents. Additionally, 52 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Naya Sirkot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 280 | 143 | 137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 21 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 25 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 171 | 111 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 109 | 32 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Naya Sirkot
Naya Sirkot is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Naya Sirkot
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Naya Sirkot.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Naya Sirkot is about 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naya Sirkot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naya Sirkot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Naya Sirkot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naya Sirkot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Naya Sirkot
Where is Naya Sirkot located?
Naya Sirkot village is located in Bhanoli Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Naya Sirkot?
The Gram Panchayat of Naya Sirkot is Nayashirkot.
What is the pincode of Naya Sirkot?
The pincode of Naya Sirkot is 263622.
What is the population of Naya Sirkot?
Naya Sirkot has a total population of 280, including 143 males and 137 females.
How many households are there in Naya Sirkot?
There are 46 households in Naya Sirkot.
What is the literacy rate in Naya Sirkot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naya Sirkot is 61.07%. Male literacy is 77.62% and female literacy is 43.80%.